[Remote] Senior Cost Manager - Data Center Project Controls

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. SB Energy is a leading company backed by SoftBank and Ares, focused on providing reliable, affordable energy at scale. The Senior Cost Manager will lead and oversee all regional cost management activities across data center construction projects, ensuring alignment with corporate financial objectives and driving best practices across a portfolio of projects.ResponsibilitiesProvide leadership and oversight to regional Cost Managers across multiple data center construction projectsEstablish and enforce standardized cost management practices, tools, and reporting frameworks across all regionsOversee development, validation, and consolidation of project cost models, budgets, and forecasts at a portfolio levelEnsure accuracy and consistency of Estimate at Completion (EAC) processes and outputs across all projectsLead portfolio-level cash flow planning, monitoring, and reporting to ensure alignment with corporate financial targetsReview and analyze cost performance, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities across regions and projectsProvide strategic guidance on cost control, forecasting accuracy, and financial risk mitigationOversee benchmarking efforts and support development of cost baselines and unit rate standards across the organizationReview and approve major cost changes, change orders, and financial decisions impacting project budgetsEnsure timely and accurate preparation of executive-level reports, dashboards, and presentationsDrive continuous improvement initiatives in cost management processes, systems, and data analytics capabilitiesMentor and develop team members, fostering a high-performance culture across cost management functionsEnsure compliance with company policies, financial controls, and contractual requirementsCommunicate complex financial information and insights effectively to senior executives and stakeholdersConduct business with the highest level of integrity and sound judgment, particularly in high-impact or ambiguous situationsSkillsBachelor's degree required (Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, or related field preferred)8+ years of experience in cost management, project controls, or estimating within EPC or large-scale construction environmentsProven experience managing teams and overseeing multiple large, complex projects or programsStrong expertise in cost modeling, forecasting, cash flow management, and EAC methodologiesExperience with portfolio-level financial oversight and reportingDeep understanding of construction cost structures, particularly for data center or mission-critical projectsExperience leading standardization and process improvement initiativesStrong financial acumen and strategic thinking capabilitiesExcellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skillsAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with cost management and reporting toolsExperience working in an engineered systems / project-based business modelData center construction experience preferred, but not requiredBenefits100% Company-Paid Medical, Dental & Vision (for employees and dependents)401(k) with Company MatchGenerous Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays12 Weeks Paid Parental LeaveLife, AD&D & Long-Term Disability CoverageFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical, Dependent Care, Transit & Parking (with company contributions)Mental, Physical & Social Wellness Support (with company contributions)Flexible Work Arrangements & Hybrid Office Setup BenefitsMonthly Reimbursement for Phone, Internet & DataOptional Legal & Pet Insurance PlansDevice Purchase SupportCompany OverviewSB Energy is a digital infrastructure and energy platform that develops, constructs, and operates energy and digital solutions. It was founded in 2015, and is headquartered in Redwood City, California, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is https://sbenergy.com.Company H1B SponsorshipSB Energy has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 4 in 2025, 9 in 2024, 4 in 2023, 8 in 2022, 3 in 2021, 3 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.